Natural Bridges State Beach, State beach and natural monument in Santa Cruz, United States.
Natural Bridges State Beach features sandstone arches extending into the Pacific Ocean, where waves continuously shape the coastal formations over time.
The beach, established in 1933, originally contained three natural arches, with the outermost arch falling in 1906 and the inner arch collapsing in 1980.
The site functions as an educational center where visitors learn about marine ecosystems through guided programs and interactive tide pool explorations.
The beach provides parking facilities, restrooms, and picnic areas, while maintaining specific guidelines to protect the delicate coastal environment.
Between October and February, the nature reserve hosts up to 26,150 monarch butterflies during their seasonal migration along the California coast.
Location: Santa Cruz County
Inception: 1933
Website: http://parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=541
GPS coordinates: 36.95250,-122.05800
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:03
California's beaches range from the busy southern coast to the remote northern shores. Each location offers specific features: Santa Monica's pier, Venice's cultural scene, Laguna's scenic views, and Pfeiffer's mineral-colored sand. The coastline includes urban beaches with facilities, natural areas with rock formations, and protected marine zones for water sports and wildlife observation.
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